Birds Near Me
Birds are the most-recorded group of wildlife there is, which makes them the easiest thing to find near you. The map below shows recent, research-grade bird sightings - every one a bird somebody photographed and had confirmed - so you can see which species are moving through your area this week. Migration means the answer changes month to month, so recent records tell you far more than a range map.
Recent research-grade sightings from the iNaturalist community. The map starts near your approximate location - allow location access to centre it exactly on you.
Birds you are most likely to see
The commonest birds in the Huck field guide - tap any species for habitat, diet, rarity and where it has been spotted.
Found something you don’t recognise?
Identify any plant, bird, or animal from a photo, then watch your collection fill up as you find more.
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Heading somewhere specific? See what is being spotted there.
Wildlife in U.S. National Parks
Wildlife in U.S. State Parks
Wildlife in National Historical Parks
Wildlife by State
Wildlife by City
Common questions
What birds are in my area right now?
It depends heavily on the season, because many species are migratory and only pass through for part of the year. Recent verified sightings are the most reliable answer: they show which birds other observers have actually confirmed near you in the last few weeks.
How do I identify a bird I saw?
Photograph it and identify it from the picture. Huck recognises birds from a photo and gives you habitat, diet, rarity and the months that species is most often seen.
When is the best time to go birding?
Early morning is usually best - most songbirds feed and sing in the first hours after sunrise. Spring and autumn migration bring the widest variety of species through any given area.
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